It’s still lower than the national average, which is 4.5%

Balmer is under investigation for potential misuse of finances.

Bankrupt LL Flooring is a step closer to being sold to its founder and former CEO in a deal that will keep about half of its stores and employees intact; Two dilapidated buildings along Manchester’s main drag could soon make way for a new-construction apartment project; and Toast New American Gastropub opened in the Scott’s Walk development, its third location in the Richmond region.

Early voting sites are accepting ballots Saturday, November 2nd

Two lawsuits filed earlier this year to strike down the policies were dismissed...for procedural reasons.

Draft guidance was issued on August 15 and allowed for public review and feedback through Sunday.

Recent work on the leaking sewage pipe highlighted safety concerns.

The current rate is $1.20 for each $100 of assessed value.

The new home of baseball in Richmond is now officially under construction; LL Flooring may have a new lease on life thanks to an eleventh-hour deal with its founder and former CEO; Outback Steakhouse has reversed course on plans to build a new restaurant at Courthouse Landing; and construction of a sizable development along Arthur Ashe Boulevard has apparently stalled, leaving concrete columns and rebar jutting out from the ground.

Teri Smithson presented to Hanover's supervisors about election preparedness and security.

The percentage rises for Black and Hispanic households.

Including one for senior citizens to expand their education.

Many voters at recent forums say they're still undecided

The program is credited with shorter appointment wait times and improved staff morale.

She is the first Republican to announce.

The vote method will be implemented for the June 2025 city council primary.

It is unclear why she did so.

The residents voiced their concerns to supervisors last week.

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Steam Bell Beer Works in Chesterfield has poured its last beer; the workers of Stone Brewing Co. are looking to unionize; Richmond International Airport’s controversial bid to take over certain airline fueling and maintenance operations from two longtime local operators has been put on hold; and work on the Fall Line Trail is making its way into Richmond city limits.

Chesterfield County agencies gathered on Tuesday as part of a Spanish-language outreach; and other stories

Levar Stoney said unsecured checks were found in employees’ desks, a violation of city policy.

Plus: The University of Virginia enacts new policies, and Cardinal Elementary School remains closed for the week as officials clean up after a fire

Also: Blue Ridge Health District officials are working with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital and UVA Health to have more people fill out the latest community survey